Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial™
Works for
Anti-agingGlycolic acid, Niacinamide + 1 moreWorks well
“The ultimate resurfacing treatment for ultra-stubborn, dull and uneven skin, there's a reason (or ten!) that the entire beauty community is utterly bewitched by the T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial. Beyond shifting pore-clogging detritus and minimising the look of problem pores or tell-tale fine lines, it gives the greatest glow you'll ever know!”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
ExfoliationSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycolic acid, Salicylic acid + 5 moreWorks well
“The closest thing to a facial that you can get from the comfort of your own home, this supercharged treatment boasts an impressive 25% AHA and 2% BHA blend of glycolic, tartaric, lactic, citric and salicylic acids - a recipe for surface-level and deep exfoliation that promises to visibly smooth the texture of your skin.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 3 moreWorks well
“Beyond shifting pore-clogging detritus and minimising the look of problem pores or tell-tale fine lines, it gives the greatest glow you'll ever know!”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy19 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycolic acid~6.1–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerGlycerin~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium hydroxide~2.3–2.8%
Salicylic acid~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractCamellia oleifera leaf extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractLactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extractLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractOpuntia ficus-indica extract~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractSilybum marianum seed extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Saccharomyces cerevisiae extractVitis vinifera juice extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Contains AHAs that exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin due to the sugar content
More about Vitis vinifera juice extractCamellia sinensis leaf powder~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cicer arietinum seed powder~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerocarya birrea seed oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps to soften the skin. It has a high contetn of oleic acid that might weaken the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be somewhat helpful against hyperpigmentation.
More about Sclerocarya birrea seed oilPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateSodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerSodium pca~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAllantoin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateDextrin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinPolydextrose~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateAmylopectin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePhytosphingosine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineLactic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPropanediol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCitric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTitanium dioxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePolysorbate 60~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Glycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Salicylic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Lactobacillus/pumpkin ferment extract, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Opuntia ficus-indica extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Silybum marianum seed extract, Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract, Vitis vinifera juice extract, Camellia sinensis leaf powder, Cicer arietinum seed powder, Sclerocarya birrea seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium pca, Allantoin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Dextrin, Polydextrose, Sorbitan isostearate, Amylopectin, Niacinamide, Phytosphingosine, Lactic acid, Propanediol, Citric acid, Titanium dioxide, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Polysorbate 60, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Drunk ElephantT.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial™YOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBlemish Control Gel Moisturiser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | Moon JuiceAcid Potion Resurfacing Exfoliator | Allies of SkinMulti Acids & Retinoid Brightening Sleeping Facial | |
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| Match | — | 86% | 79% | 73% |
| Price | ≈ $96.37 | $11.89≈ −$84.48 | $39.99≈ −$56.38 | $100.00≈ +$3.63 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Lactic Acid | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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